Tyler Perry: New Movies and TV Shows in 2025 and 2026

Considered one of the most successful African-American filmmakers ever, Tyler Perry is a screenplay writer, playwright, author, director, and actor, who rose to prominence with his character Madea, a trash-talking grandmother whom he introduced in his play ‘I Can Do Bad All by Myself’ (2000). Played by Perry himself, Madea has been a part of many subsequent plays that have also been adapted into films. These include ‘Diary of a Mad Black Woman,’ ‘Madea’s Family Reunion,’ and ‘Madea Goes to Jail.’ Madea is also the main character in his novel ‘Don’t Make a Black Woman Take Off Her Earrings: Madea’s Uninhibited Commentaries on Love and Life,’ a best seller.

His famous show, a non-Madea project, is the comedy-drama series ‘House of Payne,’ which was released in 2007, followed by the films ‘Daddy’s Little Girls’ and ‘Why Did I Get Married.’ Perry eventually opened Tyler Perry Studios, the first film studio outrightly owned by an African American. His later notable works include ‘Meet the Browns’ (TBS), ‘I Can Do Bad All by Myself’ (2009 film adaptation), ‘Precious’ (2009) of which he is an executive producer, and ‘For Colored Girls’ (2010), which he directed. He is a recipient of the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2021 for his philanthropic work. Here, we bring you Perry’s upcoming projects!

1. Sistas Season 9 (July 16, 2025)

The comedy-drama series ‘Sistas’ has been renewed for Season 9 at BET. The show follows a group of women navigating friendship, love, and career in modern-day Atlanta. Season 8 ended on a cliffhanger, and Season 9 is poised to offer many answers. Returning cast members likely include KJ Smith as Andi, Mignon Von as Danni, Ebony Obsidian as Karen, Novi Brown as Sabrina, Chido Nwokocha as Gary, Austin Scott as Robin, Crystal Renee Hayslett as Fatima, and DeVale Ellis as Zac. It is likely that James Cusati-Moyer, Sal Stowers, Michel Curiel, Monti Washington, Chris Warren, and Joi Symone will also be back. Filming has reportedly wrapped up, and the first episode will drop on July 16, 2025.

2. Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Destination Wedding (2025)

Tyler Perry’s ‘Madea’s Destination Wedding,’ the thirteenth film in the ‘Madea’ cinematic universe, has reached its post-production stage at Netflix. The wedding comedy revolves around the rushed marriage of one of Mabel “Madea” Simmons’ granddaughters, Tiffany, in the Bahamas. While Tiffany’s revelation that she is going to get married in two weeks puts the entire family in turmoil, things get worse when she starts to doubt her fiance, Zavier, thereby raising suspicions about the marriage’s legitimacy. The cast includes Perry as Madea / Joe / Brian, Cassi Davis, Tamela J. Mann, David Mann, Diamond White, Taja V. Simpson, and Rocky Myers. It is slated to be released in 2025, but a specific release date is awaited.

3. The Oval Season 7 (TBA)

BET+ has renewed the political drama ‘The Oval’ for its seventh season. The principal photography for the seventh installment began in September this year. Perry will be penning the episodes just as he has been for the previous seasons. Season 5 ends with bullets flying everywhere after Hunter orders his mercs to open fire at Victoria and her folks following a failed arrangement. The life of every major character in the show is in danger. Given the cliffhanger of the finale, it waits to be seen who survives in Season 6, which will arrive on January 7, 2025, based on which Season 7 will proceed. However, faces we can expect to return in Season 6 include Ed Quinn as Hunter, Kron Moore as Victoria, Brad Benedict as Kyle, Daniel Croix as Jason, Lodric D. Collins as Donald, Travis Cure as Bobby, and Javon Johnson as Richard.

4. Ruthless Season 6 (TBA)

BET+ has renewed the drama series ‘Ruthless’ for its sixth season. The installment’s filming began in July this year. Tyler Perry, who created, wrote, and directed the series, will continue to write and helm the new season. The expected cast members returning for Season 6 include Melissa L. Williams as Ruth Truesdal, Matt Cedeño as The Highest/Tyrone Luckett, Lenny Thomas as Anthony/Dikhan, Baadja-Lyne Odums as Marva, Jaime M. Callica as Brian Rollins, and Blue Kimble as Andrew, among others. A release date is expected soon but will probably be revealed after Season 5 ends.

5. Joy Ridge (TBA)

Perry is helming an Amazon MGM Studios movie titled ‘Joy Ridge.’ The story, written by him, centers on Joy, a successful designer who seeks a proposal at Christmas. In Wyoming’s mountains, she finds what she truly needs when the man she loves sees her as just a friend. The cast includes Aaron O’Connell, Brittany S. Hall, Shannon Thornton, Tosin Morohunfola, Sandra Ellis Lafferty, and Jeffery Thomas Johnson. Filming is underway, and a release date is eagerly awaited.

6. All the Queen’s Men Season 5 (TBA)

BET+ has renewed the drama series ‘All the Queen’s Men’ for its fifth season. The upcoming installment’s filming began in early December this year. Tyler Perry will continue to write the show, which has been created by Christian Keyes. Although Season 4 is yet to end, we can expect the return of Eva Marcille as Marilyn “Madam” DeVille, Candace Maxwell as DJ Dime, Timothy “Bayou Banga” Roberts as Big D, Rashan Ali as Ms. Tandy, Charles Dumas as James “Cadillac” DeVille, and Skyh Alvester Black as Amp “Addiction” Anthony in Season 5. A release date for the same is awaited.

7. Zatima Season 4 (TBA)

BET+ has renewed the comedy-drama series ‘Zatima,’ created by Perry, for a fourth season. The filming began in June in Atlanta. Expected returning cast members include Devale Ellis as Zachary “Zac” Taylor, Crystal Renee Hayslett as Fatima Wilson, Remington Hoffman as Bryce, Guyviaud Joseph as Tony, and Ameer Baraka as Jeremiah. With Season 3 ongoing, it waits to be seen how things turn out in the finale before we explore what will happen in Season 4. A release date for the same is awaited.

8. Route 187 (TBA)

Perry is developing a BET+ crime drama series titled ‘Route 187.’ He will write and direct it. The plot is set against a background of urban violence in the crime-infested city of South Winslow and focuses on a public outrage after a bus driver on Route 187 and a star high-school basketball player are murdered by thugs, leading authorities to hunt the culprits captured on video. Currently in its pre-production phase, the series stars Hasani Vibez Comer, Josef Cannon, Lawrence Robinson, Bryce Clyde Jenkins, Tonia Jackson, Rashal James, and Taylor Simone Mason. A release date for ‘Route 187’ is eagerly awaited.

9. Straw (TBA)

Another Netflix film in its pre-production stage, written and directed by Perry is ‘Straw.’ The plot centers on a single mother navigating a series of unfortunate events, leading her down an unforeseen path where she becomes embroiled in a situation she never envisioned, finding herself at the center of suspicion in an indifferent world. The cast includes Sinbad, Taraji P. Henson, Glynn Turman, Rockmond Dunbar, Teyana Taylor, and Sherri Shepherd. The film is yet to get a release date.

10. Joe’s College Road Trip (TBA)

Perry will direct and star in the upcoming comedy movie ‘Joes College Road Trip,’ currently in post-production. The plot centers on Joe Simmons, who joins his grandson, B. J., on a college trip. Brian, B. J.’s father, is hoping that his father (Joe) will help his son get acquainted with the history of the Black community and the real-world plights without themselves getting killed during the trip. Although B. J. doesn’t like Joe at first, he gradually realizes the significance of the previous generations’ struggles and his relationship with his grandfather. The cast members include Perry, Brenda Hurley, and Kyle Fuller. More details regarding the release are awaited.

11. Sisters in Italy (TBA)

Tyler Perry is helming the Amazon MGM Studios-backed film ‘Sisters in Italy,’ based on a script Tika Sumpter co-wrote with Kemiyondo Coutinho. The narrative follows two estranged sisters who arrive in Italy after their mother’s death. There, they discover that their mom owned a bed and breakfast establishment in the countryside. While the sisters wonder what to do with it, they are tasked with a series of tasks left for them by their mother. The tasks are to help them preserve their sisterhood and learn how to live life fully. Sumpter will also star in the movie alongside Bresha Webb, Whoopi Goldberg, Ernie Hudson, Godfrey, Giulio Berruti, Edmond Laryea, Sarayu Blue, and Justin Chatwin. Filming has reportedly wrapped up, and a release date is awaited.

12. Doing Life (TBA)

Perry has written and will helm the Netflix movie ‘Doing Life,’ with Jay Reeves, Tamberla Perry, Danielle Moné Truitt, and Naomi Baker roped in to star. The gritty narrative follows a struggling single mother who crosses paths with a reformed ex-con seeking redemption, eventually leading the two to discover strength in their unlikely connection. The cast also includes Karen Obilom, Jasmine Sargent, and Hasani Vibez Comer. ‘Doing Life’ is yet to begin filming and details regarding production and release are awaited.

Tyler Perry: All Upcoming Movies and TV Shows in 2025 and 2026